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Who else wishes they could ride out the rest of winter in an epic hot tub? 🇨🇭#INeedSwitzerland (at Bürgenstock Resort) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpp7FMIr44e/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Like most couples, we just try to stay afloat. 😘 #20yearsandcounting #RadiumHotSprings #travelcolumbiavalley (at Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnnpIryJ2t7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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LUXE HOTEL GIVEAWAY 🎉 ’Tis the season for giving + sharing & November is #LOVEYYC month. What do I love about #YYC? So many things, but especially the Beltline community. I love how it’s being re-energized with the city’s best restaurants, fitness studios and hip hotels. Speaking of which, I’ve got a King Suite with breakfast to giveaway courtesy of the Residence Inn Calgary Downtown Beltline and @TourismCalgary  In need of a stay-cation? Here’s how to enter a one-night stay in a Standard King Suite with breakfast at Residence Inn Calgary Downtown Beltline. 1. Like and SAVE this post 2. Tag a friend you’d like to explore Calgary’s Beltline community with - one name per comment 3. Follow @TravelswBaggage on Instagram  Stay must be used by December 31, 2022 - Blackout dates apply. This #yycgiveaway closes at midnight November 23, 2022. Contest not endorsed by Instagram.  #yycliving #yyclife #calgary #calgarylife  (at Calgary, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClC106hpjsK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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🎉 HOLIDAY CONCERT GIVEAWAY 🎶 Canadian country music star Terri Clark is performing at Calgary’s Jubilee Auditorium Nov. 29 at 7:30 pm. I’ve got 2 tickets for this heartwarming holiday concert to giveaway. Tickets start at $29 so if you don’t want to take your chances, this is one of the more affordable holiday concerts. $2 from every ticket sold will be donated to @calgarychildrensfoundation Foundation. TO ENTER 1. Save this post 2. Tag a friend or family member you’d like to attend the concert with 3. Follow both @TravelswBaggage on Instagram and @terriclarkmusic 4. Do all the steps by midnight, November 21, 2022. *Contest not endorsed by Instagram 🎵 #yyc #yycgiveaway #loveyyc (at Calgary, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck6AMmSJt9q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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My aunt DM’d to tell me she’d never seen me look so tired. This from seeing recent 🇨🇭pics on Stories. I have to admit I was a bit stunned. Not exactly something you want to hear but also, exactly how vibrant is a middle aged woman without plastic surgery and forehead Botox & Juvederm supposed to look? ???? Whatevs. She can think that. I know how I feel. I may not look awake and alive, but that’s how I feel. 🙏🏻🇨🇭 #inlovewithswitzerland (at Bürgenstock Resort) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cj4D5N5relg/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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After a blissful week spent in Nova Scotia, here are my top tips for visiting in fall. 🍁 Don’t worry about where to see fall colours. You can view the magnificent leaves from pretty much every roadway and hiking trail. 🦞 Seafood is super fresh and if it’s scallops you’re after, you’ll want to head to Digby, the scallop capital of the world. Season opens annually Oct. 1. (I liked the chowder at Crow’s Nest best.) 📍 Annapolis Valley has stunning landscapes, tons of wineries and is super close to the sea, too! 🏕 @SissibooRiverRetreat has these gorgeous glamping geo-domes open year-round. 🍷@CasaNovaFineBeverages is a tiny vineyard and cidery, but is so worth sussing out. 🖼 Art lovers will want to explore Bear River, a village literally on stilts and filled with galleries. 🗺 History buffs can’t miss Annapolis Royal, a charming town with over 135 registered historic properties. ⬆️ Hit the link in my profile for more east coast inspiration. #CompellingNovaScotia #VisitNovaScotia (at Nova Scotia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CjZK62TJhCm/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Looking at this pic, all I see is icy green Maligne Lake. Jasper is lovely to visit anytime of year, but fall is particularly beautiful. And since power has been fully restored following the Chetamon wildfire, hotels, restaurants and attractions are all open - without the crowds. Unlike previous fall seasons, there’s now plenty of availability in Jasper National Park. ⛰ What are you waiting for? 🏔 For tips on where to eat, stay and play in Jasper, check out my updated post - link in profile. ⬆️ #jasper #MyJasper #thegreatoutdoors #water_captures #ohcanada (at Jasper National Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/CinQ0chLtPc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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GIVEAWAY🙌🏻 The GREAT OUTDOORS COMEDY FESTIVAL is coming to Edmonton August 12-14 and I have a VIP reserved table for 4 to offer up to Travels with Baggage followers. It’s for the performance on Friday, August 12, featuring Pauly Shore, Nick Swardson, Bobby Lee and Becky Robinson. To Enter: 1. Save this post and tag a bestie or two that you’d like to take with you. 2. Follow @Trixstarlive & @travelswbaggage 3. For an additional entry, sign up for my monthly lifestyle newsletter. Link in bio. ⬆️ 4. Contest closes August 5, so do all the things by midnight, August 4, 2022. ❗️ Beware: Fake accounts with names similar to TravelswBaggage could crop up. This is my only Instagram account & I’d never ask anyone for their credit card info, personal details or make you click a link. (My link in bio is 💯legit.) *Contest not endorsed by Instagram #yeg #edmonton #yegevents (at Edmonton, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cgj-rYcrYpv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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🎉STAMPEDE CONCERT GIVEAWAY! 🎵 RoundUp MusicFest is back with a vengeance at Shaw Millenium Park, July 13. Tickets are hard to come by, but I've got 2 tix to giveaway to see The Offspring, Young The Giant with The Strumbellas and Said the Whale opening the show. As a bonus,you get free entry to the official after party at Wildhorse Saloon To Enter 1. SAVE this post 2. FOLLOW both @Roundupmusicfest and @TravelswBaggage 3. Tag your two-stepping partner in the comment section Complete all the steps by midnight, July 9, 2022. Each action nets you an entry. For a bonus entry, share this post on Instagram Stories. Be sure to tag me so I know you've done it!  Want the security of knowing you have tickets for sure? Visit RoundUpMusicFest.com to purchase. Contest not endorsed nor associated with Instagram. By entering, entrants confirm they are 18+ years of age. #yyc #yycevents #yycgiveaway (at Calgary, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfnGbHXL-Lk/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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🎉STAMPEDE CONCERT GIVEAWAY! 🎵 RoundUp MusicFest is back with a vengeance at Shaw Millenium Park, July 13. Tickets are hard to come by, but I've got 2 tix to giveaway to see The Offspring, Young The Giant with The Strumbellas and Said the Whale opening the show. As a bonus, you get free entry to the official after party at Wildhorse Saloon. To Enter 1. SAVE this post 2. FOLLOW both @Roundupmusicfest and @TravelswBaggage 3. Tag your two-stepping partner in the comment section Complete all the steps by midnight, July 9, 2022. Each action nets you an entry. For a bonus entry, share this post on Instagram Stories. Be sure to tag me so I know you've done it!  Want the security of knowing you have tickets for sure? Visit RoundUpMusicFest.com to purchase. Contest not endorsed nor associated with Instagram. By entering, entrants confirm they are 18+ years of age. #yyc #yycevents #yycgiveaway (at Calgary, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfnGOBfLtn0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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🐻 be lovin’ the playground equipment! 📸 via my neighbour Marc, who was brave enough to venture out. (at Three Sisters Mountain Village) https://www.instagram.com/p/CfCbqilP59b/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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(CONTEST) CALIFORNIA TRIP GIVEAWAY! 🎉 Yes, you read that right! I’ve partnered with Tuolume County to offer a spectacular 5 night road trip so you can explore this Northern California gem. Only a 2.5 hr drive from San Francisco, Tuolume County is that oh-so scenic region wedged between Gold Country, the High Sierra and Yosemite National Park. ⛰ Here, you can gaze up at the ancient sequoia trees of Tuolumne Grove, hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, take a stagecoach ride in a living gold rush town or kick back at one of their many boutique tasting rooms. 🍷 @TravelTuolumneCounty and I are giving away flights for up to a family of 4 from either Vancouver or Calgary to the destination! You’ll fly into San Francisco International Airport, get a car rental for 5 nights from the San Francisco International Airport; a 5 night hotel stay in Tuolumne County; and most meals and family activities in the Tuolumne County as agreed by Visit Tuolumne County. #MyTuolumneCounty To enter to win: 1. Follow @traveltuolumnecounty and @travelswbaggage 2. Comment on what gear you pack for family road trips (1 comment = 1 entry) 3. Save this post for a bonus entry! 4. Contest closes at midnight (ET) June 22 2022. ❤️ *Overnight stay is subject to availability and does not apply to blackout dates. This is a Visit Tuolumne County contest and is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. By entering, entrants confirm they are the age of majority in their province, release Instagram of responsibility and agree to Instagram’s terms of use. Available for Canadian residents outside of Quebec. For more information, read out contest guidelines at https://www.travelswithbaggage.com/Trip-To-California/ #partner (at Tuolumne County, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CezpXeUJ09k/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations may be done and dusted in London, but in Calgary you can raise a cuppa to Her Maj all month long. 🫖 An afternoon tea comprised of royal favourites can be had @fairmontpalliser during the month of June. 🍰 The scones are perfectly crumbly, the finger sandwiches spot on (coronation chicken FTW) and you can tuck into a very close rendition of Harry & Megan’s wedding cake. There’s even a special tea menu for the under 12-set, catering to their tastes. Needless to say, we loved every mouthful. ❤️ Are you an afternoon tea lover as much as I am? #yyc #yyceats #yycfood #yyctea #fairmontmoments (at Fairmont Palliser) https://www.instagram.com/p/CekXfMVrCkV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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GIVEAWAY🎉 June kicks off hiking and unfortunately, tick season here in Canada. Luckily, I just caught wind of Kahtoola’s new RENAgaiters. These ultra-light covers slip over hiking shoes, protecting you from trail debris, rain (nobody wants soggy boats) and pesky bugs that can land between your sox and boots. But wait, there’s more! Swipe to see the most adorable compression sox. Don’t let their cute designs fool you. These Vim&Vigr sox are fab to put on during or after hikes and travel as they help decrease lactic acid, prevent cramps, increase blood flow and minimize muscle fatigue. If you’d like to try out a pair of both the gaiters AND compression sox simply: 1. Like this post 2. Follow @vimvigr + @kahtoola and me, @travelswbaggage on Instagram 3. For a bonus 5 entries share this post on your Stories and tag me. 4. Contest open to residents of Canada and the US. (Excluding the province of Quebec) 5. Contest ends midnight, Friday, June 10, 2022. 6. This giveaway is neither endorsed nor administered by Instagram. 🏔 #hiking #getoutside #outdoors (at Calgary, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeSGiN4J3OT/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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You don’t need to be a monarchist to appreciate someone like Her Maj, who’s dedicated 70-years to a job she was duty-bound to take. Celebrations for the Platinum Jubilee begin all over the UK, and I’ve highlighted a few in this weekend’s PostMedia Travel section. A few highlights: 🇬🇧 *Wandering off Edinburgh’s Royal Mile *Enjoying a pint in the officer’s mess on the Royal Yacht Britannia *Exploring Windsor Castle *Afternoon tea at Cliveden House (where Meghan Markle spent the night before her nuptials) Will you celebrate the Platinum Jubilee or do you think the British Monarchy’s time has come and gone? 🇬🇧 #LoveGreatBritain #VisitEngland #PlatinumJubilee (at United Kingdom) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeGxUpOLzOV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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El Cabo dump-o #spraytanfail #FTW (at Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd03ZyqrLE7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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You know that feeling you get when you push yourself just a little bit harder? Or when you try something new that you always wanted to do, but didn’t think you could? That’s how I felt cycling to Sheep River Falls. It’s something I always wanted to do, but I didn’t know if I’d have the stamina to get up that big hill, plus it’s such a hassle to put our bike rack on the car. 🚴 My friend’s recommendation was to rent e-bikes, so we did from @rollick_co in Black Diamond. Easy-peasy and it inspired me to do so much more biking than I ever thought possible. 🏆 Note: There’s currently bridge construction so you can’t get all the way to Sheep Falls right now. An equally scenic route is HWY 40 west of Longview until June 14 when they open the road to vehicles. Or, HWY 549 until May 24 when the gates open to cars. 🚗 PSA: Rollick is also a FAST place to get your bike serviced for the season. Calgary wait times are now well into June, but you can get your spring tune up ASAP in Black Diamond. #yyc #yycliving #yycfitness #explorealberta #supportsmallbusiness (at Sheep River Provincial Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ccy5OrmJPCe/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=